Paleo Classic Chicken Parmesan
Indulge in a wholesome twist on a beloved Italian favorite with this Paleo Classic Chicken Parmesan recipe. Perfect for those following a dairy-free and grain-free lifestyle, this dish uses almond and coconut flour for a crisp, flavorful coating and swaps traditional cheese with nutrient-rich nutritional yeast. Tender chicken cutlets are pan-seared to golden perfection, baked in a rich tomato sauce, and topped with fresh basil for a burst of freshness. With simple ingredients and just 45 minutes from prep to plate, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for dinner parties or cozy evenings at home, it’s a healthy upgrade to your comfort food repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 0.25 cup nutritional yeast
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to form four thin cutlets, then season them with sea salt and black pepper.
Set up three shallow dishes: one with coconut flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with almond flour mixed with garlic powder and onion powder.
Dredge each chicken cutlet in the coconut flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the egg wash, and finally coat with the almond flour mixture. Ensure each piece is well-coated.
Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown.
Pour the tomato sauce over the chicken cutlets in the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is bubbling.
Remove the skillet from the oven, sprinkle nutritional yeast over each chicken cutlet, and let it sit for a few minutes so the yeast can melt slightly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving for an aromatic finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.5 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 658 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3072 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.7 g | ||
| Protein | 140.8 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 243 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
